From solar farms on Maui, to water reuse systems in Phoenix, to geothermal power installations in Alaska, the solutions to climate change are taking shape all around us – powered by heroic entrepreneurs and innovators who are not content to wait for big energy and leaders in government to get their act together.
And thanks to Raise Green you don't have to be a solar finance guru or a billionaire to participate in this frontline work.
For as little as 100 dollars we enable investors to supercharge the efforts of those building a better tomorrow – and give them a chance to earn a healthy return in the process.
Interim CEO and Co-Founder: 20+ years of experience in the capital markets covering both institutional and private wealth clients. Roles ranging from Sales to Compliance. Jackie has worked for large banks like JP Morgan and Goldman Sachs, and also previously in a fintech trading start- up. Jackie has an undergraduate degree in Chemistry from Williams College and MBA from Wharton.
Chief of Staff: Environmental Studies graduate from University of California, Santa Cruz. Lauren is often touted as Raise Green's central nervous system. Dancing her way through life in an attempt to make it more sustainable, just, and groovy for all.
Interim COO & Advisory Board Chair: Alison has 25+ years of experience growing successful businesses, most recently completing a turnaround on an early stage fintech, which she successfully guided through to acquisition.
Digital & Marketing Strategist: Since graduating Hamilton College with a degree in Environmental Studies, Emmett has worked to design effective climate communication content. When he’s not designing, you’ll find him photographing local concerts.
Climate Finance Project Manager: Gabe boasts 10+ years of expertise in climate finance, sustainable project management, and environmental policy research. As a Project Manager in the US Navy, Gabe undertook key engineering tasks onboard a nuclear submarine. His academic journey at Yale delved into energy finance, policy, and environmental law.
Sales & Community Growth Consultant: Thomas is an entrepreneur focused on building community at the intersection of climate innovation & social justice. He's believes that Climate Justice = Community Ownership, so he's excited to manifest that through Raise Green! You can find him on the football pitch or growing tomatoes on his back patio.
Climate Finance and Risk Management Consultant: Stephen has a seasoned background in finance, technology, and media. Wealth management and risk management for JPMorgan Chase and BMO Harris Bank respectively. Bicycling and gardening are among Stephen's passionate personal pursuits.
Head of Growth (Consultant): Kate is inspired by founders who are building better futures, and sees democratizing capital access as the crucial factor for their success. She has spent the last 12 years as an operator supporting the development of early-stage startups through her roles at Indiegogo, Techstars and Breakthrough Energy. In addition to serving as an Impact Partner at Raise Green, she is part of Hustle Fund’s Angel Squad. Kate lives in SF where she received her MBA in Sustainable Management from Presidio Graduate School.
Investor Marketplace Associate: Since graduating from the University of Scranton with a degree in Finance, Michael has worked in Financial Services doing Operations for Hedge Funds, Asset Managers, Fund Administrators, etc. In his free time, you can catch him either on the golf course, at a Yankee game, traveling with his friends, or working on his Jeep. Michael lives in Connecticut with his dog Joey.
Legal Intern: Kassandra has a passion for policy and law which helps her fit in as the new legal intern. When she is not helping out Raise Green or studying for school you can usually find Kassandra hiking, reading, or at the movie theaters. Kassandra is super excited to be a part of such a great team and company that is bringing more accessibility to the people who want to see some change!
Marketing Intern: Jack is a senior at the University of Connecticut concentrating in Urban Studies and Real Estate. He is interested in how urban development and real estate dynamics intersect with sustainability and the environment. Jack has always been passionate about architecture, and nature. In his free time he love going to the beach or hiking.
Founding CEO: Former Obama appointee on energy and climate for the White House, US State Department, and United States Department of Agriculture. Part of the core team that negotiated the Paris Agreement.
Co-founder: Data scientist with 10+ years experience in environmental remediation, permitting and sustainability strategy. Working on special projects. A cyclist with distaste for American urban planning.
Chief Technical Advisor: Machine learning scientist with 7+ years in big data, machine learning, data visualization, and software development. Founder of climate advocacy org Yale Forward and lifelong climate activist.
Advisor: Business and design leader, startup advisor, and filmmaker Omino Gardezi is a successful leader of global creative firms who has advised Fortune 100 companies on design and innovation issues.
Advisor: Social entrepreneur with a penchant for catalyzing community change, Onyeka is a Partner in Breakfast Lunch and Dinner, a startup studio built to start, support and scale community impact.
Advisor: Former White House National Security Council staffer and appointee at the U.S. Agency for International Development. Passion for finding solutions to inequality through entrepreneurship and technology.
...there needs to be more authentic market-makers, like Raise Green, who are not reclassifying traditional assets by “greenwashing,” but are pioneering the development of new, truly sustainable investments.
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